Statistics Canada Releases Updated Data from Trade of Culture and Sport Products
/National culture exports have increased by 39.7% over seven years, with film and video named as British Columbia’s most economically valuable export.
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Registration Open for 2019 Actsafe Event Safety Conference
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Registration is now open for the 2019 Actsafe Event Safety Conference, which takes place March 7-8. BC Alliance members can register at a special discounted rate.
Read MoreUpcoming Indigenous Storytelling and Screenwriting Seminars in Thompson-Okanagan
/Women in Film and Television Vancouver has announced two upcoming Indigenous Storytelling and Screenwriting Seminars to take place in Kamloops on October 27 and Enderby on October 28.
Read MoreBC Motion Picture Industry Launches Mental Health Initiative
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The Calltime Mental Health campaign has been developed to support BC motion picture workers and their families and reduce the stigma related to mental health and substance use concerns.
Read MoreCanadian Creative Industry Groups Release Code of Conduct Addressing Harassment
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25 Canadian creative industry groups have signed a Code of Conduct pledging "an industry free of harassment including sexual harassment, discrimination, bullying and violence."
Read MoreNew Director of Programming at DOXA Documentary Film Festival
/DOXA Documentary Film Festival has announced that Selina Crammond will step into the role of director of programming. She takes over the duties from Dorothy Woodend, who will stay on as senior programming advisor.
Read MoreNew Union of BC Performers Contract Addresses Sexual Harassment
/Members of the Union of BC Performers voted overwhelmingly in favour of a new contract which includes measures against sexual harassment, among other revisions.
Read MoreMinister Joly Presents Three Main Pillars of Creative Canada
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The priorities include increased funding to the Canada Media Fund, review of the Broadcasting Act and Telecommunications Act, and a five-year, $125 million investment in creative industries.
Read MoreCBC/Radio-Canada Seeks New President/CEO and Board Members
/Appointment opportunities at CBC/Radio-Canada, including positions on the board of directors and as president/CEO of the corporation, are now open to the public. Deadlines for each position can be found inside.
Read MoreWomen in Film and Television Vancouver Present 2017 Spotlight Awards
/The awards, which recognize local individuals who have made significant contributions to the progress of women in screen-based industries in Canada, were presented on June 20.
Read MoreProvince of B.C. Announces Funding for Northern FanCon "Creative Corner"
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$20,000 in funding was announced today for the "Creative Corner" at Northern FanCon. The Creative Corner will present residents of Northern BC with an opportunity to explore the many careers available within the film industry.
Read MoreVancouver Theatre Icon Joy Coghill Dies at 90
/Coghill had an extensive career in theatre, film and television, and was a devoted supporter and vibrant member of BC's performing arts community. A celebration of life will occur February 20 at Christ Church Cathedral in Vancouver.
Read MoreActor and Theatre Director Janet Wright Dies At 71
/Wright, a landmark in the Vancouver theatre community, was popularly known for her TV role in CTV's Corner Gas.
Read MoreJohn Wardlow and Joy Coghill to Be Honoured at 5th Annual UBCP/ACTRA Awards Gala
/John Wardlow and Joy Coghill will be presented with lifetime achievement awards at the UBCP/ACTRA gala on November 12 at the Vancouver Playhouse.
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